8:423h14Inverness11:56Kirkcaldy£551One-way0 changes
8:423h14Inverness11:56Kirkcaldy£551One-way0 changes
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Compare train, coach and flight for Inverness to Kirkcaldy
The cheapest option from Inverness to Kirkcaldy is coach, with an average price of £13. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Kirkcaldy among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 165 km
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Inverness to Kirkcaldy train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Kirkcaldy trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:42 Inverness | 3h14 | 11:56 Kirkcaldy | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Inverness to Kirkcaldy by train, coach or flight
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Why should you book Inverness to Kirkcaldy trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Kirkcaldy.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Scotrail with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Inverness to Kirkcaldy.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Kirkcaldy.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Inverness to Kirkcaldy.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Kirkcaldy
Typically, there are 2 trains per day from Inverness to Kirkcaldy, including direct trains, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:38, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Lowest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 6:38 |
Last train 20:22 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Inverness to Kirkcaldy trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Inverness and Kirkcaldy from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Inverness to Kirkcaldy train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Kirkcaldy by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kirkcaldy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Inverness and Kirkcaldy
Most Inverness to Kirkcaldy trains use the Inverness to Kirkcaldy station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Kirkcaldy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Kirkcaldy leave from?
Getting to Inverness from Inverness city centre
Inverness train station facilities and services
Inverness has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Inverness.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Inverness. ATMs are available at Inverness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Inverness. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Inverness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Inverness: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Kirkcaldy station do trains from Inverness arrive at?
Getting to Kirkcaldy from Kirkcaldy city centre
Kirkcaldy train station facilities and services
Kirkcaldy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kirkcaldy.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kirkcaldy.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kirkcaldy. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kirkcaldy: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kirkcaldy: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kirkcaldy: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 15, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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